Description

2-[[4-(Dimethylamino)Phenyl]Azo]-3-Methylbenzothiazolium Chloride is a specialized cationic azo dye intermediate with significant utility in advanced material synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the production of functional dyes and pigments, offering precise color properties and structural versatility. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the textile, ink, and specialty polymer industries, where it is used to develop products with specific chromatic and performance characteristics.

Application

• Cationic Dye Synthesis: A crucial intermediate for manufacturing cationic (basic) dyes used in acrylic fiber dyeing.
• Functional Pigment Production: Used in creating pigments for inks, coatings, and plastics that require specific lightfastness and color strength.
• Research & Development: Serves as a building block in academic and industrial R&D for novel chromophores and photoactive materials.
• Textile Printing: Employed in the formulation of specialized printing inks for synthetic fabrics.
• Analytical Chemistry: Can be utilized as a staining agent or indicator in certain histochemical and analytical procedures.
• Optical Material Precursor: Investigated for use in the development of nonlinear optical (NLO) materials and sensors.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[[4-(Dimethylamino)Phenyl]Azo]-3-Methylbenzothiazolium Chloride
CAS No.	3068-73-3
Molecular Formula	C16H18ClN4S
Molecular Weight	333.86 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-2-((4-(dimethylamino)phenyl)azo)benzothiazolium Chloride; Basic Orange 21; C.I. 48035; Aizen Cathilon Orange GLH; Astrazon Orange G; 2-[(4-Dimethylaminophenyl)azo]-3-methylbenzothiazolium Chloride; Cationic Orange GL
EINECS	221-320-0

Quality Control

Our production of 2-[[4-(Dimethylamino)Phenyl]Azo]-3-Methylbenzothiazolium Chloride adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The material is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark orange to brown powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.